2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2003 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
| Model | Q45 | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
